Which place is cheaper, Seattle or Negril?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Negril or Seattle?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Negril and Seattle. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Negril or Seattle?
Negril
Negril is a town in western Jamaica known for its miles of white sand beaches and cliffs. It is certainly one of the more laid back towns on the island yet still attracts a lot of tourists. The hotels are as close to the water as you can get, and the sand gets whiter and whiter the further away from populated areas you get. The water is unbelievably clear and warm in Negril!
Seattle
Situated on the Puget Sound in the state of Washington, Seattle is the largest city in the United States Pacific Northwest. It's a beautiful city surrounded by the water and mountains and filled with evergreen trees. It's also the home of some famous American institutions including Starbucks Coffee, Amazon, and Microsoft. The population of almost 700,000 continues to grow. As of 2014, the city was considered the fastest growing major city in the United States. The entire metropolitan area has about 3.6 million residents, making it the 15th largest metro area in the US. The natural beauty, growing economy, and educational base give Seattle a youthful vibe that keep the city young and energetic.
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Negril Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNegril $153Seattle $242
The average daily cost (per person) in Negril is $153, while the average daily cost in Seattle is $242. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Negril and Seattle in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNegril $104Seattle $120
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNegril $208Seattle $240
Compare Hotels in Negril and Seattle
Looking for a hotel in Negril or Seattle? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Negril Hotel Prices and Seattle Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Negril $8.54Seattle $30
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Negril
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Negril:
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Taxi From Airport$13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Negril
Also for Negril, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Grand Palladium Jamaica - Lady Hamilton Airport Transfer MBJ ***: $15
- MBJ Airport Transfers to/from Montego Bay Hotels/Villas/Airbnb: $20
- Grand Palladium hotel transfer from Montego Bay airport: $29
- Montego Bay Jamaica Airport Transfer to Falmouth, Grand Palladium: $35
- Airport transfer to or from Grand Palladium: $35
- Private Transfer from MBJ Airport to Grand Palladium Hotel: $38
- MBJ Airport Private Transfers to any Negril Hotels: $39
- Montego Bay Airport Transfers Private Taxi to Hotels in Negril: $40
- Montego Bay Jamaica Airport Private Transfer To Hedonism Negril: $42
- MBJ Private Airport transfer to or from Negril: $42
- Montego Bay Airport Transfer to Grand Palladium Hotel Lucea Ja: $42
- Private Montego Bay Jamaica Airport Transfer To Negril Hotels: $43
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Seattle
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Seattle:
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Lightrail from Airport (for 2)$5.50
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Roundtrip Ferry to Bainbridge Island (for 2)$15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Seattle
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Seattle:
- Private Transfer from Whistler to SeaTac or Seattle Downtown: $1,746
- From One-Way Seaplane Transfer to Vancouver,BC: $389
- From Seattle Hotels - Hotel Transfer to Airport: $175
- Private Transfer from Seattle hotels to Smith Cove Terminal: $168
- Arrival Private Transfer: Seattle Airport SEA to Seattle in Luxury Car: $156
- Seattle Airport (SEA) & Cruise Transfer – Luxury SUV Service: $150
- Private Airport Transfer Service to Seattle: $149
- From Snoqualmie Falls and Wineries Tour w/ Transfer: $145
- Private Transfer from Seattle (SEA) Airport to Seattle City: $143
- Seattle Airport Transfer Arrival & Departures (outer city): $135
- Seattle Airport to Downtown Seattle Transfer Service: $135
- Smith Cove Terminal to Seattle Tacoma Airport (SEA) - Departure Private Transfer: $129
Is it cheaper to fly into Negril or Seattle?
Prices for flights to both Seattle and Negril change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayNegril $38Seattle $88
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Negril
For Negril, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Dinner in the Sky Jamaica Round Trip Taxi & Guide only: $42
- Cultural Food Tour & Seven Mile Beach At Negril’s Margaritaville: $150
Typical Food Prices in Seattle
Some typical examples of dining costs in Seattle are as follows:
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Expresso & cookie at Pier 70$7.00
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Cashews at Pike Place Market$6.00
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6 Mini Donuts at Pike Place Market$3.25
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Chinese Lunch in International District (for 2)$21
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Breakfast at Lowel's in Pike Place Market (for 2)$32
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Breakfast at French Cafe (for 2)$37
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Seattle
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Seattle.
- Plant-Based in Pike Place Food Tour: $50
- Seattle Holiday Food Tour: Delicious Donuts & Holiday Treats: $70
- Pike Place Market Food Tour with 9+ Tastings: $73
- Seattle : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $73
- Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market: $75
- Pike Place Market Chef-Guided Food Tour: $75
- Japanese Ramen Cooking Class With Local Chef: $75
- Fun Taco Cooking Class With a Local Chef in Seattle: $75
- Seattle Buffet Dinner Cruise: $95
- Pike Place Market: Original Food Tour - Tips Included!: $112
- Seafood Tour with Market Visit: $119
- Japanese Sushi Cooking Class in Seattle (Includes 4-Course Meal): $123
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Negril $26Seattle $16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Negril
For Negril, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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2 Hr Horseback Ride$43
Tours and Activities in Negril
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Negril.
- Blue Hole Mineral Spring and Rastafari Herb Farm Experience: $40
- Private Negril Beach Experience and Rick's Cafe from Negril: $60
- Jamwest Push Kart Adventure Experience Entry Ticket in Negril: $60
- Negril Glass Bottom Boat Tour Snorkeling and Booby Cay: $65
- Rick's Cafe Glass Bottom Sunset Cruise: $65
- Rockland's Bird Sanctuary Tour from Montego Bay/ Falmouth: $70
- Blue Hole Mineral Springs, Rick's Café, and Shopping Combo Tour: $75
- Martha Brae River Bamboo Rafting Tour: $75
- Choose Your Adventure: ATV, Zipline, Horseback Ride & Rafting: $80
- NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS: $89
- Negril Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Snorkeling, Drinks & DJ: $89
- Family Catamaran Cruise from Jamwest Beach Negril Hotels: $90
Tours and Activities in Seattle
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Seattle are as follows:
- 1 Hour Lake Union Cruise - up to 8 people: $300
- 2 Hour Downtown Seattle Pastry and Coffee Crawl Tour: $75
- 2 Hour Guided Boat Tour in Gig Harbor and Narrows Bridges: $58
- 3 Hours Downtown Seattle Highlights Private Walking Tour: $75
- 4 Hours Seattle Highlights Private Walking Tour: $100
- 5 Hours Seattle Highlights Private Walking Tour: $110
- 90 Minute Seattle Quick Tour: $58
- Alki Lighthouse Sea Kayak Tour: $150
- An Epic Audio Tour : Seattle on Capital Hill Adventure: $15
- Bainbridge Island Discovery Tour: $135
- Bainbridge Island Discovery and Whiskey tasting Tour: $157
- Bainbridge Island Electric Bike Tour: $197
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNegril $9.91Seattle $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Seattle
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Seattle:
- Astonishing Bar Crawl in Seattle Belltown Bar Blitz: $15
- Seattle Terrors Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- Seattle Pioneer Square Ghost Tour and Pub Crawl: $35
- Personalized Wine Tasting Experience in Seattle: $60
- Seattle Beer Wander - Ballard Brewery District: $65
- Woodinville's Downtown Wine Tasting Pass: $65
- Small Group Wine Tasting: Explore Diverse Wines and PNW Cuisine: $75
- Fun Pasta Making Class at a Trendy Brewery in Seattle: $75
- Diverse Wine Tasting Experience with Bites: $75
- Pike Place Market Tour with Wine Tasting: $77
- Chauffeured Self Guided Wine Tour in SODO: $102
- Woodinville Guided Wine Tour with Optional Tastings: $109
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Negril and Seattle, we can see that Seattle is more expensive. And not only is Negril much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Negril is in Caribbean Islands and Seattle is in North America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Negril would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Negril and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Seattle would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Seattle than you might in Negril.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Negril Expensive? and Is Seattle Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Negril or Seattle?
Seattle has a larger population, and is about 190 times larger than the population of Negril. When comparing the sizes of Negril and Seattle, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Negril or Seattle?
Seattle has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Negril experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Negril or Seattle in the Summer?
Both Seattle and Negril during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Negril because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Seattle for the beaches, the hiking, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Negril is a little warmer than Seattle. Typically, the summer temperatures in Negril in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Seattle averages at about 67°F (19°C).
In Seattle, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Negril. In the summer, Negril often gets less sunshine than Seattle. Negril gets 257 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Seattle receives 313 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Negril. Negril usually gets more rain in July than Seattle. Negril gets 176 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Seattle receives 0.9 inches (22 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNegril 27°C (81°F)Seattle 67°F (19°C)
Should I visit Negril or Seattle in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Negril and Seattle. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Negril year-round. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Seattle because of the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Negril is generally much warmer than Seattle. Daily temperatures in Negril average around 27°C (81°F), and Seattle fluctuates around 54°F (12°C).
In Negril, it's very sunny this time of the year. Negril usually receives more sunshine than Seattle during autumn. Negril gets 233 hours of sunny skies, while Seattle receives 143 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Negril gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Negril usually receives more rain than Seattle. Negril gets 222 mm (8.7 in) of rain, while Seattle receives 3.3 inches (83 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNegril 27°C (81°F)Seattle 54°F (12°C)
Should I visit Negril or Seattle in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Negril as well as Seattle. Negril attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine are the main draw to Seattle this time of year.
Negril is much warmer than Seattle in the winter. The daily temperature in Negril averages around 25°C (77°F) in January, and Seattle fluctuates around 42°F (5°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Negril this time of the year. In the winter, Negril often gets more sunshine than Seattle. Negril gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Seattle receives 67 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Seattle. Negril usually gets less rain in January than Seattle. Negril gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Seattle receives 5.4 inches (136 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNegril 25°C (77°F)Seattle 42°F (5°C)
Should I visit Negril or Seattle in the Spring?
Both Seattle and Negril are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Negril throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Seattle for the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Negril is much warmer than Seattle. Typically, the spring temperatures in Negril in April average around 26°C (79°F), and Seattle averages at about 51°F (11°C).
It's quite sunny in Seattle. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Negril. Negril usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Seattle during spring. Negril gets 225 hours of sunny skies, while Seattle receives 212 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Negril. In April, Negril usually receives more rain than Seattle. Negril gets 107 mm (4.2 in) of rain, while Seattle receives 2.5 inches (64 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNegril 26°C (79°F)Seattle 51°F (11°C)
Typical Weather for Seattle and Negril
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 42°F (5°C) | 5.4 inches (136 mm) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 45°F (7°C) | 4 inches (102 mm) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 47°F (9°C) | 3.8 inches (96 mm) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 51°F (11°C) | 2.5 inches (64 mm) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 205 mm (8.1 in) | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 inches (47 mm) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) | 62°F (17°C) | 1.6 inches (40 mm) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 67°F (19°C) | 0.9 inches (22 mm) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) | 67°F (19°C) | 1.2 inches (31 mm) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) | 62°F (17°C) | 1.9 inches (49 mm) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 222 mm (8.7 in) | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 47°F (8°C) | 5.7 inches (144 mm) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 42°F (6°C) | 6 inches (152 mm) |
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